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Founded in 1948, Land Rover may not be the oldest vehicle manufacturer still operating today. Still, it sure has been there long enough to build a heritage and a reputation for being the reference when it comes to luxurious off-road vehicles. As you can imagine, a lot of models have been part of Land Rover catalogs over the course of 75 years.
Every time I do those top 10, I make the same mistake. It will be easy to pick and put the ...
It may not be called the Miata anymore, but the MX-5 remains one of the best sports cars in the world. I thought speed and power were everything a performance vehicle needed to be desirable. Only God knows how wrong I was, and I realized it the first day I drove an MX-5.
Since then, I have driven all four Japanese compact sports car generations, and I loved each one in its way. Nevertheless, all Miata/MX-5 generations have some ...
There are thousands of car shows happening across North America each year. If most events are organized for the locals, a few cars show became so massive they attracted car manufacturers and collectors worldwide.
The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is one of the most prestigious classic car events in this part of the sphere. Although it isn’t among the most significant car shows, the Amelia Island Concours d’Elengance ...
As a car journalist and a petrolhead, I like to write and read about anything car related, especially regarding history. Today\'s car market is way different than it used to be 100 years ago and even after that. Therefore, I wanted to bring you to see Jaguar motor\'s evolution throughout the years and how the British manufacturer went from making V12s to putting electric motors in its vehicle.
Believe it or not, Jaguar started as a ...
The Mitsubishi RVR has been on the market for quite some time now, and you may know everything about it. However, even as a car journalist, the Japanese sub-compact SUV always surprises me after 12 years. By the way, I used to own one of these back in the 2010s. My first brand-new vehicle was a 2015 Mitsubishi RVR. Please don’t get too excited since it was the base version with the manual gearbox. However, it is one of the few vehicles that ...
Imagine you live in a world where your vehicle can achieve almost any task, is practical, fun to drive, and doesn’t cost a lot on every level. Well, this is the world every Ford Maverick owner lives in because the American compact truck is just the best vehicle you can get on the market, and I genuinely mean my word here.
Of course, if you need to tow a backhoe or have a family of ten, there may be better options than the Maverick. ...
The 2023 Land Rover Defender is a vehicle. It is the most capable luxurious vehicle. From desert to Arctic tundra and mountain climbing, the British SUV can face pretty much any situation and terrain without fear.
What makes the 2023 Land Rover Defender even more interesting is that it is the only vehicle available in three different body styles. You can choose between a 2- or 4-door configuration, and there is even an extended Defender ...
Hyundai went from being one of the sketchiest to one of the most appreciated and respected brands on the market. Today, the Korean manufacturer is associated with reliability, style, and performance. Ħyundai developed some of the most efficient electric cars in the recent history of the automobile industry. So, you won’t be surprised to learn that not only one but two Hyundai models made a spot for themselves on the prestigious ...
Some may have given up on the car in favor of SUVs, but there are a lot of manufacturers that think the automobile still has a place in the automobile industry, perhaps. Kia happens to be one of those manufacturers, and it’s a good thing.
To be fair, some SUVs are really worth the money, while most of them are improperly called so because there are just not so many types of vehicles. The Subaru Outback is called a car, and it ...
Let’s talk about the 2023 Mazda 3 today, one of the very few cars I still find relevant today. You probably noticed most new vehicles are SUVs, and cars are getting less popular every year. Well, I think there is another way to see the situation. You see, SUVs are more profitable to car manufacturers than cars. However, some manufacturers like Mazda decided to still put effort into making cars good, and the 2023 Mazda3 is the perfect example.
The ...
A gas car is powered by gas, and an electric car is powered by electricity. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle which means it can be powered by both electricity and gas. This may be true, but the complete answer to this question needs further explanation, especially if you are as thirsty for knowledge as I am.
Before going any deeper into the subject, I suggest we look at what is the main component ...
The Volkswagen Atlas and its sportier-looking version, the Atlas Cross Sport, are undergoing a significant update for 2024, a first since the model was introduced in 2017. Both SUVs get a new and more modern look. The interior received a drastic transformation as well. Finally, the big German SUV duo ditched the V6 only to offer the turbocharged four-cylinder.
A Perfect Facelift
Let’s talk about the first thing that ...
The 2023 XF is currently the only sedan in the brand line-up in Canada which is sad when you consider Jaguar built a lot of its reputation around this category. Of course, there is a strong demand for SUVs; therefore, Jaguar just gave the customer what they wanted. However, the British manufacturer managed to save one sedan in the process.
The Jaguar XF may not be the most popular car in its segment, and sales figures aren’t imposing. ...
With every new Mustang comes a new era and more heritage. Ford elevated the game for its sports car with the first ever Dark Horse trim level instead to bring back a name from the past. The Dark Horse will sit over the Mustang GT.
An entirely new branding surrounds the name Dark Horse involved in several racing series. Ford will also produce track-only versions of it with the Dark Horse S and the more radical Dark Horse R. Even in the ...
Despite being the youngest of the Range Rover family, the Velar is a true masterpiece of automotive engineering. The British SUV is refined, sophisticated, full of cutting-edge technologies, and capable of delivering astonishing performances.
Its design is bold and stunning. The Range Rover Velar offers a muscular front end and leaves you with some finesse in the back. It is one of the few SUVs you can enjoy the same way you look at ...
Choosing the right vehicle may be easy for some people, but only for some of us. And I include myself in this second category. As a car journalist, I drive and test out so many cars within a year that making a choice for myself turns out to be a tricky task. Anyway, I am not here to tell you my odd preference, but more to help you if you have yet to decide what vehicle to buy.
An excellent way to start things is to choose a brand you ...
Thanks to the Niro, Kia’s been a strong competitor in the subcompact segment for the better part of the last 5 years. The Korean SUV is one of the only vehicles currently offering all-three HEV, PHEV, and EV powertrains for the same model. This is a massive advantage over the competition and the main reason the Niro is so attractive.
Although, the Kia Niro’s powertrain options are just the cherry on top of the cake. The ...
Mazda\'s latest and most incredible creation is now available on the market. Of course, we are talking about the 2024 CX-90, Mazda\'s all-new flagship model. The best part about it is that it\'s not even so expensive, which is precisely what we will discuss in the following paragraphs.
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 starts at $45,900, which is the cost of the average new car in 2023. Mazda did its homework because it makes the CX-90 more affordable ...
The Mitsubishi Mirage is one of the least expensive cars currently available. Of course, you must compromise on comfort, technologies, performance, and many other aspects; however, you don’t have to compromise on its styling.
Despite its size and cost of three times less than the average new vehicle in 2023, the Mitsubishi Mirage is hard to miss. The micro-car has a vast road presence, especially when you pair it with ...
GLI, those three letters might not mean a lot, but the truth is it makes all the difference in the world for the Volkswagen Jetta. The Jetta GLI isn’t just a sportier version of our beloved German sedan, it is a whole different car, or it feels like it, at least. It is one of the few cars I truly enjoyed driving in the last few years, which is why you should consider it.
The 2023 Volkswagen Jetta is an elegant and refined ...
Jaguar is a well-established British brand. It was founded in 1922, making it one of the oldest car manufacturers still in business today. Jaguar forged a solid reputation over the years by winning many major races, later becoming a symbol of luxury. The Jaguar we know today has a strong image and figures amongst the most desirable brands worldwide.
Regarding brand popularity, numbers aren't everything, and it is especially ...
With three U.S. Grand Prix planned for the Formula 1 calendar and the massive rise of the motorsport division\'s popularity in North America over the last few years, it was a question of time before a major American manufacturer jumped on the grid. Cadillac recently showed some interest, but Ford was the first to make a move.
Ford has a vast and rich racing heritage with the GT40 and the GT more recently. Ford has provided engines for ...
Here’s a question I got ask all the time, either by non-car people or true car enthusiasts. Some models are called Land Rover Range Rover something, and others are just Land Rover something. And then, there is the Land Rover Range Rover which is a model on its own. I can agree the British manufacturer line-up names may get very confusing. However, trust me when I say I can explain, and your things will become as clear as crystal-clear ...
Hyundai recently launched a brand-new marketing campaign in which the IONI! 6 explains why electric vehicles are essential and why shifting slowly but surely to EVs is crucial.
In this campaign, Hyundai highlights that changing your gas-powered vehicle to an EV is more than changing your car. For most people, it is a lifestyle transformation.
Hyundai made a brilliant move by choosing Kevin Bacon as the star of its new commercials. ...
In today’s world, anything that resembles an SUV is meant to succeed. What’s funny, though, is most vehicles that fall into this category aren’t real SUVs. A Sport Utility Vehicle needs three things only to be called so, and it happens to be the three words that compose the category. Anyways, all this to say, the Kia Carnival doesn’t pretend to be an SUV, but it sure looks like one. This is a big difference and one of the main ...
As I mentioned so many times, Mazda likes doing things his way. When everybody invests in turbocompressors, hybrid technologies, and fuel cell powertrains, the Japanese manufacturer updates the 100-year-old concept, such as aerodynamics and fuel management. It turned out well for Mazda since its vehicles are more fun to drive and as fuel efficient as most competitors.
Mazda just unveiled the brand-new CX-90, which comes with it ...
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is not only awaited by the entire car community but also by businesses specialized in customization. There is already a plethora of aftermarket parts ready for the EV retro-styled van, even though it just hit some markets. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is already available in Europe, but it won’t reach U.S. soil until 2024.
Tuners and part builders are currently drowning in the demands for ID. Buzz customization. ...
Even though the speed limit is around 100 km/h, most cars are designed to do at least 160 km/h, and some a lot more. As buyers, we like to know how fast a car can go, and it is so relevant for some people that it can make them choose a model over another one even if they will never reach its top speed. Therefore, manufacturers make sure customers know how fast their vehicles can go.
Jaguar is known for its unique British approach ...
From what is now a tradition for major North American car manufacturers, the first ever new generation Mustang that left production was sent off to be auctioned at the legendary Barrett-Jackson. As expected, the all-new V8 pony sold for quite a fair bit of money, $490,000, to be precise. And as usual, the complete amount is going to charity which is the true heart of this tradition.
2024 Mustang GT Vin 001 sold for $490,000
A ...
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Mitsubishi\'s presence in the U.S., Mitsubishi just launched a special edition of the 2023 Outlander. The 40th Anniversary Special Edition will also be available for the Outlander PHEV featuring a unique two-tone paint job with a bronze-colored roof and a Black Diamond finish for the rest of the body.
This new special edition will be easy to set apart from the other Outlander versions thanks ...
Do numbers matter? Even if you say no, the answer is yes, especially in the automobile industry. Of course, there are many elements to consider when purchasing a new vehicle, such as design, technologies, safety features, and comfort. However, numbers are what set cars apart from others. In some cases, it might be the prices or the fuel efficiency. Cargo space and towing capacity are two fundamental characteristics too. Ironically, the least essential ...
2023 will be an exciting year for the American motorsport industry as Hyundai announced its return to the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge in the ST/TCR Champion division. The Korean brand will fight for a fourth-consecutive manufacturer\'s title in this series. Hyundai is already the only manufacturer that has won this title three times in a row since the beginning of the Michelin Pilot Challenge in 2004.
This series is far more ...
Regarding success stories, Kia EV6 is the first name that comes to my mind as an automotive journalist. The Korean fully electric SUV sold so well that there was a two-year waiting list even before the first unit hit the market. The EV6 offers one of the best ranges out of its category, a bold exterior design, and a very modern cabin. As if it wasn\'t enough, Kia recently added a GT version that is as fast as most supercars of the modern era.
The ...
Mazda just launched the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, which features a brand-new powertrain with a range of 680 km thanks to an all-new range extender. Plus, the Japanese SUV can still do 85 km on a single charge in EV mode.
I’ll be honest with you. I was disappointed when Mazda unveiled its first electric SUV back in 2020. The MX-30 is an excellent concept with two doors and two half-door concepts. The Japanese SUV is good-looking, ...
It's been almost two years since the announcement of the F-150 Lightning, Ford's first-ever EV truck. The American manufacturer made a bold move by using the Lightning name and being the first prominent American car manufacturer to launch an electric truck. The Lightning went viral in a matter of days, and thousands of people reached their dealer to get a reservation only a couple of hours after its reveal.
The Ford F-150 Lightning ...
Each year, the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) hosts some of the automobile industry\'s most incredible reveals, and 2023 was no exception. As you would expect, Volkswagen presented us with a fully electric vehicle; this time, it is the ID.7, a big luxury sedan.
Volkswagen ID electric sub-brand already counts several models under its name. Of course, the ID.4 and the upcoming ID are currently offered in North America. Buzz, which is ...
Jaguar is one of the most prestigious car brands in the world and has a massive racing heritage. It all started with the C-Type in the 1950s, and the racing pedigree was transmitted thru generations of Jaguar sports cars. The F-Type is the latest and greatest luxury sports car made by the British manufacturer. It is available in both coupe and convertible body styles. Also, it is considered one of the most beautiful cars of the modern era.
Everything ...
2022 has been a tough year for some automotive manufacturers, or even for the global car market, with the lowest sales in 13 years. Some were luckier, or they had a better strategy, perhaps which is the case for Mitsubishi.
The Japanese manufacturer unveiled a brand new Outlander in 2021 for the 2022 model. Then, the Outlander PHEV came out last year as a 2023 model. The new generation Outlander impressed everybody, and it is reflected ...
Electrification just knocked on the door for the Land Rover Defender, which is set to become fully electric by 2025, accordingly to many sources. Others say the EV Defender will evolve alongside the ICE models. Anyways, there is an EV Defender on the way in any situation.
The Electric Land Rover Defender should be unveiled when the British SUV receives its first major refresh, which should be happening by the end of the year or at the ...
It is a celebration time for Hyundai since the Korean manufacturer achieved a one-of-a-kind milestone by delivering its 15 millionth vehicle in the U.S. The vehicle is a 2023 Tucson, one of the most popular cars in Hyundai’s lineup.
The Hyundai story in North America started on 20 February 1986. The Korean manufacturer sold 168 882 vehicles in North America that first year. Believe it or not, the only model Hyundai offered ...
The Kia Soul came out in possibly the worst era of the automobile industry. 2008 was a bad year for the automotive industry because of the financial crisis. A vehicle shaped like a box was kind of popular back then, but they quickly started moving out of the market. The Kia Soul stayed, and it was probably the best move ever made by the Korean Manufacturer.
You may know the Soul later became one of Kia’s very first electric SUVs. ...
Even though it hasn’t been fully unveiled yet, we know a little more about the 2024 Mazda CX-90. The newest Japanese SUV should be revealed later this month. The CX-90 will be Mazda’s new flagship model, although it’s unclear whether it will replace the CX-9 or evolve alongside it. I think this will depend on a lot of how sales are going for the CX-9 in the next couple of months.
The least I can say is I am ...
The PHEV Jaguar F-pace is a vehicle currently unavailable in Canada, and it’s unfortunate because this version could know a lot of success here. Despite the fact it’s not offered here, we can still appreciate the upgrades the British SUV received for 2024, which led to a 20 % more electric range.
This may not sound like a lot, but the 2024 Jaguar F-Pace PHEV will offer a range of 40 miles or 65 kilometers on electric ...
The Ford Mustang is an icon. It surpassed the concept of being just a car a long time ago. The American muscle car became a genuine brand of its own over the years, raising many fans living the passion to extremes sometimes.
From the base model to the mighty GT500, there is a Mustang for everybody. For some people, any version will do. However, collectors and more intimate fans are looking for the gems that limited production units ...
Unlike most compact SUVs, the Volkswagen Tiguan is part of a large automotive group. Of course, this has some advantages and some disadvantages. On the upside, the German SUV gets all the tech and build quality of higher-end models such as the Audi Q5 or the Porsche Macan. On the other side, Volkswagen has to keep the Tiguan at a certain low level so it doesn\'t get better than the models mentioned above.
The 2023 Volkswagen ...
With the end of the year approaching, we can say 2022 was glorious compared to the two previous years for the automotive industry. Thankfully, even if the situation isn\'t back to normal, most car manufacturers could move forward without the Covid-19 crisis shutting everything down. 2022 has been a good year for Mitsubishi, which finally unveiled the awaited Outlander PHEV.
Although 2022 was an excellent year for Mitsubishi, 2023 will ...
In my mind, The Land Rover Range Rover Sport is one of the first performance SUVs. Of course, it is much more than that. The Range Rover Sport is luxurious, practical, and surprisingly competent on trails or unpaved roads. The least we can say about the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is the British SUV paved the way for all the others.
The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is quite an impressive machine. Without any surprises, it is one ...
The Hyundai Kona has been very successful since its launch in 2017. The Korean SUV got so popular Hyundai decided to expand its line-up with an electric version and a performance N version later. It is time for the Korean SUV to meet its subsequent evolution in the form of an all-new generation. There are many new things, but everything we liked about the first generation made its way into the new Kona.
The Brand-New Hyundai ...
With a waiting list of more than two years long, more awards won than Hollywood\'sHollywood\'s best actors, and technologies so advanced even NASA doesn\'tdoesn\'t have access to it, the Kia EV6 is nothing but a success story. Although Kia could have sat on the EV6 popularity for a decade without doing anything, the Korean manufacturer decided to give the world an even better version of its electric SUV. So good the Kia EV6 GT might be the best car ...
A patent showing Mazda is working on a brand-new electric vehicle leaked on the web last week. The patent shows a compact car. Some bloggers\' suggestions may be an electric version of the future generation Mazda 3. Whether this new platform could evolve alongside Mazda or completely replace it is unclear.
Mazda is a little behind the competition in the electrification segment, with only one full EV model and one PHEV model. The MX-30 ...
